Physocarpus opulifolius 'Donna May'
Ninebark
Little Devil
Plant Family:
Rosaceae
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Flower:
Pink
Blooms :
Jun
to:
Aug
Light pink clusters of flowers
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
No
Foliage:
Red/Purple
Deciduous
Pat Kolling
Maroon-burgundy foliage. Leaves alternate, simple, oval-rounded, 7.5 ? 7.5 cm, usually 3-lobed, base usually cordate.
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
No
Eastern North American
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Partial Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
No
Height:
6-8'
Spread:
6-8'
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
Stream banks, rocky hillsides, woodland edges
Soil:
Easily grown in average, slightly acidic, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil.
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Fertilizer:
Mulch:
Long Term:
Winter:
Spring:
Summer:
Prune as needed immediately after bloom and no later than mid-August.
Fall:
Common Problems
No serious problems
Diseases:
Resistant
Insects:
Resistant
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